Stix & Stones Butchery, Belfast
Salary: £32,000 – £33,000 per annum
40 hours per week | Early starts & early finishes
Stix & Stones Butchery is growing, and we’re looking for a passionate and experienced Deli Chef to join our team and help develop an exciting new range of quality, ready-to-eat and take-home food.
With our focus on exceptional Irish produce, quality meats and traditional craftsmanship, this is a fantastic opportunity for a chef who enjoys creating great food and wants to play an important role in developing a new side of the Stix & Stones Butchery business.
The Role
You will be responsible for the preparation, cooking and presentation of a range of premium deli and take-home products, with a particular focus on quality, consistency and great value for our customers.
The role will include developing and producing products such as:
- Half roast chickens from our rotisserie
- Homemade pies and savoury pastries
- Quiches and tarts
- Prepared meals and ready-to-eat dishes
- Seasonal specials and daily deli offerings
- Roast meats and other cooked-to-order/take-home products
- Salads, sides and accompaniments
You will have the opportunity to bring your own ideas to the role and help us build and develop the deli offering from the ground up.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook a range of high-quality deli and takeaway products.
- Take responsibility for the daily preparation and presentation of the deli counter.
- Operate and maintain the rotisserie, ovens and other kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
- Develop new products and seasonal specials alongside the wider team.
- Ensure all food is prepared to a consistently high standard.
- Maintain excellent food hygiene, health & safety and cleanliness standards.
- Manage preparation efficiently to minimise waste and maximise quality.
- Work closely with the butchery team to make the most of our quality meat products.
- Ensure correct labelling, storage and rotation of products.
- Help monitor stock levels and communicate ordering requirements.
- Maintain a clean, organised and professional working environment.
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has previous experience as a Chef, Deli Chef, Production Chef or similar.
- Has a genuine passion for good food and quality ingredients.
- Is confident preparing and cooking a variety of dishes from scratch.
- Has excellent food presentation and attention to detail.
- Can work independently and use their own initiative.
- Is organised and able to manage preparation in a busy environment.
- Understands and follows excellent food hygiene and safety standards.
- Is enthusiastic about developing new products and ideas.
- Takes pride in their work and enjoys being part of a team.
The Hours
This is a 40-hour-per-week position, with early starts and early finishes, making it an ideal opportunity for a chef looking for a different style of working from traditional restaurant hours.
The role will initially focus on weekday production, with the possible introduction of Saturday working in the future as the deli operation develops.
What We Offer
- £32,000 – £33,000 per annum
- 40-hour working week
- Early starts and early finishes
- The opportunity to help develop a brand-new deli offering
- A creative role where your ideas and experience will be valued
- High-quality Irish produce and premium ingredients
- Staff discount
- Opportunities for development within the wider Stix & Stones business
- A friendly, energetic and growing working environment
Join Stix & Stones
This is more than a traditional deli chef position. It’s an opportunity to help shape and build an exciting new food offering within an established Belfast food business.
If you're passionate about producing great food, enjoy working with quality ingredients and would love the opportunity to put your own stamp on a new deli concept, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: From £33,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
